How Crowdfunding Works

On this page you can find out how crowdfunding works and which sites you could visit to get your project up and running.

How does it work?

There are variations in ethos and focus but essentially all of them are for building your own ‘crowd’ of supporters and investors. Many operate globally even when aimed at supporting local projects.Crowdfunding became popular after Barack Obama used these methods to fund his presidential campaign.

Crowdfunding Websites

CrowdingIn: A directory of Crowdfunding websites by NESTA to help you find the platform most suited to your financing needs. This directory lists information on those platforms currently open to fundraising from individuals and businesses in the UK.